Tag Archives: Slavyansk

Is This How World War III Starts?

Posted on May 2, 2014 by DRenegade

Rebels down Ukraine helicopters, Putin denounces city assault Pro-Russian rebels shot down two Ukrainian helicopters on Friday, killing two crew, as troops tightened their siege of separatist-held Slaviansk in what Moscow called a “criminal” assault by Kiev that wrecked hopes … Continue reading →

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Russian and Ukrainian armies shaping up for initial military clash over Slavyansk

Posted on April 27, 2014 by DRenegade

Russia and Ukraine were heading Sunday, April 27, for their first battle over the rebel-held flashpoint town of Slavyansk, DEBKAfile’s military and US sources report. The outcome will determine who controls the Donetsk region and possibly all of East of Ukraine … Continue reading →

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Russian army ordered to advance toward Ukraine border

Posted on April 24, 2014 by DRenegade

Thursday, April 24, saw a steep escalation of tensions between Moscow and Kiev after the Ukrainian army killed up to five pro-Russian militiamen in an attack on three checkpoints outside the eastern town of Slavyansk. President Vladimir Putin threatened “consequences.” … Continue reading →

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War Breaking Out in Ukraine

Posted on April 24, 2014 by DRenegade

The reports coming out of Slavyansk, Ukraine are conflicting. Reuters is reporting that Ukrainian forces have regained control of the city but AFP and RT report fighting, six killed and that Russian forces still hold the city as Ukrainian forces retreat. … Continue reading →

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